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There’s one image of Basel that’s always stuck in my mind: seeing Basel locals sitting in their swimsuits, drinks in hand, deep in conversation… in a fountain downtown. Or watching them float down the Rhine, a funny fish-shaped bag tucked against them. No, you’re not dreaming: in Basel, swimming is part of everyday summer life, […]

All the 2026 dates for the Kaysersberg Christmas Market, its hours, top spots, and my insider tips as a local to help you enjoy it stress-free.

Are you looking for an easy bike ride with no hills, mostly in the shade, and no traffic? The “From the Rhône to the Rhine—Northern Section” loop, which connects Neuf-Brisach to Artzenheim along the canal, checks all those boxes. I tried it out on a scorching hot day, and that’s exactly why I wanted to […]